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William Parkin of the L & N W Railway

Posted on March 20, 2022March 20, 2022 by HarrietP

The gravestone of William Parkin and his wife Elizabeth has an anchor carved into it, above their names. Which suggests some maritime connection – despite Penrith being a long way from the sea. But ... Read More

William Horsley: victim of love

Posted on May 9, 2021 by HarrietP

William Horsley of Penrith fell under the spell of his mother-in-law, Jane Davidson. And Jane Davidson was prepared to use magic, and ultimately murder (and a painful death herself) to keep him. The d... Read More

Mary Pears: a painful calamity

Posted on January 20, 2019January 22, 2021 by HarrietP

The story of poor Mary Pears is a tragic one. And while it may be unkind to use it as an illustration for family historians, it does show you should never take anything for granted. It also ties in wi... Read More

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William Parkin of the L & N W Railway

William Horsley: victim of love

Mary Pears: a painful calamity